The food wasn't the greatest but wasn't bad. We would probably just go back For appetizers and a…read morefew beers and really nice patio seating. They had live music which was great. The 3 stars?, for the very awkward service. We were a party of six. Waitress didn't seem too thrilled to have our table, which leads me to believe she assumed the worst of us. She automatically added her tip. Menu clearly states that happens for party of seven or more . Also they charge a credit card fee. I paid with a bank card. I didn't see anything about extra fees anywhere. We didn't experience this anywhere else in the area. Waitress would very unwelcoming ask if we were ready. "So yall ready". We visit Rockport 2 -3 times a year. I tip for a cup of coffee. But I guess we live in days where profiling has become the norm. It seems like a fun atmosphere, but the good vibes were just not there. The one drink I did order tasted like cough medicine. The potential for it being a great fun drink was there, but I was afraid to order a second. We wanted to hang out but we were very aware we were being rushed out the door.

OK, it's official, Fultons Irish Pub is my favorite, and most consistent, restaurant in the…read moreFulton/Rockport area. The atmosphere is comfortable and inviting, other diners are friendly and you don't feel rushed, although they get packed, for good reason. The servers and bartenders work hard to make your dining experience special, and do a great job at remembering their customers and their needs. It's a large, varied menu with lots of delicious and some unique items. Kudos to Chef Ben for his consistency, attention to special requests and for being a nice guy. The lovely Victoria does an incredible job managing this busy spot and hiring great staff. And, live music on weekends. This time I had the garlic shrimp, which was exceptional with a huge side of crispy, light , non greasy pub chips...yum. They are usually dusted with cheese, but mine were not due to an allergy. Dylan had the Prime Rib Sandwich,with fries, that he inhaled. A lovely couple next to us, who are regulars, Cathy and her husband (apologies), were so friendly and enjoyed their Million Dollar BLT and fries Kailey was our super attentive and pleasant server, and got to see the two best bartenders in the area, Felicia and Britt. Honestly, if you haven't been, your missing out! And there is also an outside sitting area, and across the street is the Fulton Pier, where you can see dolphins at night!

Still good. Still fun. Still the best bourbon selection in Rockport…read more Since I'm not local, dare I say North Padre? I always order an Old Fashioned first but find their version too sweet. But I'm always hopeful. My second is typically something on a big cube. Pours are good. Service is friendly. The night we were there, karaoke was in play. As one might expect, some better than others. Overall, a good night as expected. Then we bounced over to Rock Bottom for live music.

Service by Shay and the crew here! Ambiance is nice. Drinks and selection of bourbons are good! My…read moresmoky old fashion, and other drinks poured have been tasty. Would definitely be back. Shay is great at with customer service!

Great downtown Rockport bar and kitchen. They have a full bar, lots of TVs, pool tables and live…read moremusic on weekends. Always a stop when we come to town.

Very rude manager/bartender and terrible service. I don't usually leave reviews, but this…read moreexperience was bad enough that people should know before going here. When I asked for a shot, instead of just saying he didn't know how to make it, the bartender/manager responded with, "I don't know what stupid shit you're trying to order." Completely unprofessional and unnecessary. Service was also extremely slow even though they admitted it was a slow night. The bartenders seemed more interested in talking and taking shots with their local regulars than actually helping customers at the bar. Near closing time they start forcing people out well before 2 AM. The bartender even brought out a megaphone and started yelling and cussing at customers to leave, and they'll take your drink away before closing if you're still finishing it. Looking through other reviews, it's clear people have been having similar experiences here for years, which makes it seem like the owners either don't notice or simply don't care about how customers are treated. Definitely would not recommend.

Ah, it happened it, again, in the immortal words of Toby Keith, "I Love This Bar". It's the only…read morebar I've ever been to ( and I've been to my shares), where total strangers immediately make you feel welcome, and by the end of the evening they're your pals. Great vibe, great drinks, cool atmosphere, with a pool room, outside balcony, and stage, jukebox, and live music. "I Love This Bar!", and they tolerate me too!

8/23/2025: Great bar! Great 80's band playing in the patio patio area. Big space. Pools tables,…read moreTVs, several bar stations, fans to keep you cool, multiple restrooms, and GREAT prices! The front "porch" area before walking into this bar is very unassuming. I didn't expect to have such a great time and thought it was going to be more basic bar-ish. I had THE BEST time at this place. I see why people go here. It is a locals place, but out of towners were very welcomed too. Great service for sure. We were very impressed. There's a hot dog cart outside, so no excuse to be hungry. They were delicious! I seriously cannot remember the last time a bar checked all my boxes. Cost, clean, fun, crowd, great tunes, TVs to check out my Astros, and food upon leaving. Check this place out!

Great bar/restaurant- we sat at the patio enjoying the weather. The food took a while to arrive…read moreprobably because they were full And busy, thankfully there was a play area To keep our daughter busy. Wife ordered a drink (can't remember the name) and I ordered a pina colada, strangely they both tasted exactly the same. Other than that the food was great. Loved my smash burger with bacon and extra patty added Will come back here if we visit port Aransas again

After searching for what felt like forever to find a highly recommended spot -- even Port A Escapes…read morelisted this place as a must‑try -- we decided to give it a shot. I've traveled all over the world and up and down the U.S. coastline, and I understand beach‑town dining can be hit or miss. But this experience left us genuinely confused about the glowing reviews. We walked into a tiny establishment where the bar was fully staffed and drinks were flowing, yet we couldn't even get served food. Alcohol seemed ready to go, but the kitchen was moving at a pace that made no sense. We were told food would take over an hour. For a place this small, that's baffling. It made me wonder if the rave reviews were written through "vacation goggles" -- sunburned, tired, or a few drinks in -- because from our sober perspective, nothing about the service or setup matched the hype. Maybe the "excellent" part of the name refers strictly to the bar, because the grill definitely felt off‑duty. We ended up leaving without ever getting food. Not the experience we were hoping for.

Nice, new alternative on the South end of Rockport. Just across the street from The Lighthouse Inn…read moreand Boiling Pot is a new-ish bar with a small menu and nice patio. There are two pool tables and a digital (AMI) jukebox, meaning that you can play music off an app instead of going to the machine. The food was good and atmosphere pleasant. WARNING: Like other Rockport bars, they allow smoking indoors. If you are looking for an alternative to the Sugar Shack, this could be your spot.

I started off with a great lady bartender. She told me about a $700 and change jackpot you could…read morewin by chipping in a dollar and trying to win 5 pairs with the dice. It was a blast and I almost won. She is the only reason for the one star. It all went downhill when the male bartender with the mustache showed up. He charged me for an extra drink I never ordered and said there was an extra tax after a certain time so it went up a dollar for a basic vodka and diet coke. I have never paid that much for such a poorly mixed weak drink from my earlier one I had ordered. For all I know he pocketed all of it. I wonder how many people he is scamming. I will never return. Very low class compared to Rock Bottom.

More than you might expect…read more What looks like a tin can warehouse from the outside, becomes a welcoming large pool hall with good drinks and food. Service is friendly. Music is good and jukebox box-controllable... Go in. I promise you'll have a good time.

Loved it! Very local with no pretense, just cold beer, good music and great food. The grilled…read moreplatter was tasty and the potato kegs app was good too. It was a busy Sunday. The food came out quick. The server was good, but busy. Great place!

Excellent place, quiet, no TVs. Full bar, perfect for couples or small group of close friends…read more Cocktails & appetizers. Inside Old Fulton Seafood Cafe